Program Officer, Mathematics Initiatives

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Lead the ongoing progression of the California Mathematics Alignment Project and associated Roadmap recommendations.

• Supervise professional learning programs, research initiatives, and pilot projects.

• Create, implement, and oversee grant management.

• Assist in policy formulation, outreach, and execution.

• Manage engagement with stakeholders and contractors.

• Develop strategic communication plans and provide evaluation support.

• Oversee the Learning Lab’s portfolio of mathematics grant projects.

• Conduct research and interviews that support grant opportunities, research initiatives, professional development, and pilot projects.

• Establish and maintain strategic outreach and public communications.

• Manage the RFP process from initiation to grant awards, ensuring state compliance.

• Offer technical assistance to grantees.

• Approve invoices and requests for budget and scope-of-work changes.

• Conduct check-ins and cohort meetings with grantees.

• Develop or supervise the creation of research briefs and reports.

• Foster the growth of mathematics-related communities.

• Facilitate posts on Substack, LinkedIn, and other media outlets.

• Act as the primary liaison with constituencies, external organizations, and contractors.

• Recruit and manage peer review processes, selection committees, and briefings on processes and awards.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of eight (8)+ years of experience in research, data analysis, program development, and communications.

• Experience in research and evaluation.

• Preferred experience in managing or developing programs.

• Preferred background in strategic communications.

• Familiarity with and experience in California's public higher education systems, policy, and research.

• Preferred understanding of and experience with K-12 education systems and California state agencies, boards, and commissions.

• Preferred experience working directly with faculty in higher education and/or K-12 teachers.

• Knowledge of policy and research pertaining to mathematics education in California.

• Experience in developing and implementing funding opportunities or RFPs.

• Familiarity with grantmaking opportunities in higher education for UC, CSU, and California Community Colleges.

• Must be a California resident.

• Availability for 30–40 hours per week.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Generous paid time off (PTO).

• Holidays.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Wellness programs.

• CalPERS retirement plan.

• Optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Certified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

• Fully remote work options.

• Commitment to professional development.

• Opportunities for shared leadership and employee growth.